Heart-Healthy Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls
Boost your snack game with these Heart-Healthy Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls—an effortless, no-bake treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, and ground flaxseed, these energy balls are rich in fiber, omega-3s, and plant-based protein. A touch of natural peanut butter, honey, and unsweetened cocoa powder adds a decadent sweetness while keeping the recipe free of refined sugars. Fold in dark chocolate chips for the perfect dose of indulgence in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, these energy balls are the ultimate grab-and-go snack for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a guilt-free dessert. Plus, they're easy to make ahead and store, ensuring you always have a heart-healthy energy boost on hand!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Almonds
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 0.5 cup Natural peanut butter
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
In a food processor, pulse the almonds and walnuts until they are finely chopped but not too powdery.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped nuts, rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
Step 3
In a microwave-safe bowl, gently heat the peanut butter and honey together in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds to make them easier to mix.
Step 4
Add the warmed peanut butter and honey mixture, along with the vanilla extract, to the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is thoroughly combined.
Step 5
Fold in the dark chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 6
Using your hands, scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and form it into a ball. Place the ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 7
Repeat the process until all the mixture has been used, making approximately 20 energy balls.
Step 8
Place the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
Step 9
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to a month.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (494.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2484.4 |
| Total Fat 168.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 33.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 513.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 47.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 88.6g | |
| Protein 77.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 583.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1974.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories